Set on the shores of the Costa del Sol, Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol is a modern, all-suite resort just 27 km from Málaga Airport and only minutes from Fuengirola’s golden beaches. The resort features expansive suites some with private plunge pools or hot tubs sweeping views of the Mediterranean, and fully equipped kitchens, making it perfect for couples and families alike. You’ll enjoy two outdoor pools, including a VIP area with Balinese beds, a fitness centre, tennis courts, a full-service spa with sauna, and on-site restaurants and bars offering live entertainment. Just 600 metres from the beach and within easy reach of golf courses like El Chaparral, La Cala, and Guadalhorce, this resort blends seaside relaxation with access to some of Andalusia’s best sport and leisure experiences.
The course, designed by Gary Player, is playable for all levels but filled with clever challenges that reward good strategy. Wide fairways give you confidence off the tee, while approach shots demand precision to hold the large, subtly contoured greens. Streams and lakes are woven naturally into the layout and come into play on several holes. A highlight is the par-5 16th, a downhill dogleg where long hitters can risk carrying the water for a chance at birdie, while safer play requires three well-placed shots to reach the green. Other memorable holes include the par-3 6th, played over a pond to a shallow target, and the 9th, which finishes right by the clubhouse terrace perfect for watching golfers complete their round. Throughout your game, you’ll enjoy the tranquility of the valley, with views of the mountains and glimpses of the sea.
Chaparral Golf Club, designed by Pepe Gancedo and opened in 2005, is unique on the Costa del Sol as the only course featuring six par-3s, six par-4s, and six par-5s. This distinctive layout stretches between 5,800 and 6,000 meters, offering both variety and challenge in equal measure. The course winds through a beautiful Mediterranean pine forest, just 700 meters from the sea, so you’ll often enjoy panoramic views of the Mediterranean shimmering through the trees. From the tee, wide fairways encourage confident drives, but the natural undulations and narrow corridors between the pines demand accuracy and smart shot-making. Water hazards and well-placed bunkers create subtle risk-and-reward decisions throughout the round, while the greens are consistently praised for their smoothness and excellent condition. One of the most striking features is the dramatic routing the rolling terrain delivers holes that flow through quiet forest glades, with sea views appearing at key vantage points.
Las Naranjos
Las Naranjos Golf Club is one of the most renowned golf courses in Marbella, located in the heart of the Costa del Sol’s prestigious Golf Valley. Designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr., the course offers a classic championship layout with wide fairways, strategically placed bunkers, and large, undulating greens that provide a fair but challenging test for golfers of all levels. The front nine features a more open design with generous landing areas, while the back nine becomes more technical and demanding, requiring greater precision and shot-making. Surrounded by orange trees, palm trees, and lush Mediterranean vegetation, the course is as scenic as it is enjoyable to play. Las Naranjos also boasts excellent facilities, including a modern clubhouse, a highly regarded restaurant, and a welcoming atmosphere that reflects the club’s blend of tradition and quality service.
